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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and other executives settle a high-profile $8 billion shareholder suit over Facebook’s privacy violations, ending the trial before testimony began. The case stems from repeated FTC fines linked to data misuse scandals such as Cambridge Analytica.
Choosing a smartphone in 2025 presents unprecedented variety across platforms, camera capabilities, and connectivity options. This guide analyzes major models, OS differences, and emerging tech like mmWave 5G and Wi-Fi 7 to help buyers make informed decisions.
Amazon’s 2024 sustainability report reveals a 6% rise in carbon emissions driven by its AI data center expansion, challenging its decarbonization targets. Despite leading The Climate Pledge, increased AI chip energy demands and fossil fuel use threaten its net-zero ambitions by 2040.
Spotify has launched Audiobooks+, an add-on for Premium subscribers that doubles monthly audiobook access from 15 to 30 hours. Initially available in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, this move reflects Spotify's push to expand its audiobook market share amid growing demand.
After five years in early access, The Wandering Village expands from Steam to Nintendo Switch and PS5, offering unique city-building on a giant creature’s back. The game, inspired by Miyazaki and classic city-builders, enjoys strong positive reviews and launch discounts.
The new trailer for Tron: Ares, releasing October 10, explores themes of AI weaponization by big tech corporations, featuring Jeff Bridges reprising his iconic role. With a Nine Inch Nails soundtrack and a star-studded cast, this third installment promises a fresh yet nostalgic sci-fi experience.
Google expands its AI Mode with Gemini 2.5 Pro and Deep Search capabilities for Pro and Ultra subscribers, signaling a shift towards AI-driven search experiences. Additionally, new AI-powered phone calls to local businesses are rolling out to all users with enhanced limits for paid subscribers.
Unicode Consortium's upcoming 17.0 release adds a cryptid emoji dubbed 'Hairy Creature,' sparking discussion on regional naming and cultural representation. The update also includes diverse new emoji like trombone and ballet dancers, set for September 2025 rollout.
Google has filed a lawsuit against the operators of BadBox 2.0, a massive botnet compromising over 10 million uncertified smart devices. The case targets cybercriminals behind large-scale ad fraud and malware distribution on Android-based hardware.